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memorials

noun

plural of memorial

as in reminders

something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event the Vietnam War Memorial is a starkly beautiful testimonial to the bravery of the soldiers who served in Vietnam

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Recent Examples of memorials Given its themes of comfort, it is often read or performed at funerals and memorials and has been set to music and referenced in many hymns. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026 As the sun rises in Nashville, fan tributes and memorials continue to grow in the area for the late Dolly Parton. — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026 Communities could acquire sections for public memorials, while other pieces would be given to artists to turn into works of art. — Will McGough, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The National Park Service has also released a list of closures related to the event, including several memorials and parks around the National Mall. — Stefan Becket, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026 She was charged with depredation against federal property and destruction of veterans’ memorials. — Liam Scott, Washington Post, 14 Aug. 2026 The National Mall memorials are either in the process of being built or are still in the pre-construction phases, with some projects further along than others. — Mike Stunson, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 Now, the state attorney general says the city must pay a fine or face a lawsuit for violating a state law protecting Confederate monuments and other longstanding memorials. — Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Since 2022, Kristi and Steve have spoken at memorials, discussed the investigation with media outlets and appeared at court hearings. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026

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reminders

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Use notification reminders to receive alerts when the robot starts or completes a task, or when an error occurs.

— John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
Many of these recipes will be reminders of recipes served after long summer days at the beach or the lake.

— Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2026

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